Author Mindset

Landing on an AI policy so we can get back to our lives and writing

My ideas, explorations and decisions over the last week, in the hopes they'll assist yours

Jun 11 •

Let's build a big, ongoing, nuanced conversation around authors and AI

And not let it take up too much of our head space!

Jun 4 •

Tackling the uncomfortable ask

Reaching out is essential. Here’s how to make it feel a little easier.

Mar 12 •

This is precisely the time when artists go to work...

Let's not forget that in writing, and life, one step backwards can create two steps forwards

Feb 12 •

Writers: don't focus only on publication without remembering this...

The essential ingredient of a long-term writing career

Dec 6, 2024 •

The burden of hard choices for creatives in late capitalism, and how we can lighten the load

Shame, blame and difficult publishing decisions

Nov 22, 2024 •

How can writers meet this moment in history and stay on track?

Some thoughts and advice from people I admire, with takeaways for writers

Nov 15, 2024 •

I hope this is valuable, timely and comforting…

A quick read on infinite resilience

Nov 7, 2024 •

Infinite resilience - a profound shift in thinking

On playing finite and infinite games

Oct 21, 2024 •

How do we define creative resilience? Part Two: Practical resilience

My top tips for taking powerful action to get us closer to our creative goals

Oct 17, 2024 •

How do we define creative resilience? Part One: Emotional resilience

Holding on when times get tough: the resilient author's perspective

Oct 11, 2024 •

The best part of book publishing is self-promotion (said no author, ever!)

Ten ways to turn a daunting prospect into an easier, enjoyable experience

Aug 9, 2024 •

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